"Dickenson" is a novel set in the beautiful Appalachian Mountains of Dickenson County, Virginia. The new sheriff, Jacob McKinney, receives a visit from the Federal Bureau of Justice Statistics that alludes to the possibility of an overlooked crime. Several people who have moved into Dickenson County in the last twenty-five years have died within ninety days. Only one aspect links the deaths together-- every person who has died within ninety days is listed on the Sexual Offender's Registry.

Join Jacob McKinney as he investigates the older crimes, speaks with county residents, visits historic locations, and wonders if there is a serial killer inside Dickenson County that has evaded capture for nearly twenty-five years. Join Jacob in his search and experience life in Dickenson County as only a native can describe.